Certified Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

AdventHealth; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid time off from day one

403(b) retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Shawnee Mission, KS, is seeking a Certified Respiratory Therapist for full-time night shifts. The role includes providing ventilator support, performing ABG analysis, and participating in interdisciplinary rounds to optimize patient care.

The candidate will administer respiratory therapies, manage airways, and respond to critical situations, while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and high-quality care. Night shifts and weekend rotation are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science is required.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required depending on unit.
• CRT certification and BLS certification are required.
• 1+ year of experience as a respiratory therapist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift and assign staff, answer technical questions, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform and supervise blood gas analyses, quality control, and equipment maintenance.
• Document care plans and participate in interdisciplinary rounds for optimal patient outcomes.
• Administer respiratory therapies, ventilator support, and aerosolized medications per orders.
• Respond to rapid response and code blue situations and perform CPR when needed.
• Assist with bronchoscopy procedures and patient transport as required.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient assessment

Infection control

Communication

EMR documentation

Airway management

Ventilation management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Cerner/EPIC EMR

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

9100 W 74TH ST

City

SHAWNEE MISSION

State

Kansas

Postal Code

66204

Job Description

Certified Respiratory Therapist Full Time Nights

Location:

Shawnee Mission, KS

Shift

36 hrs., 6:30 pm - 7:00 am

Every third weekend (Fri/Sat. or Sat./Sun.)

Key Responsibilities

• Reviews workload, makes staff assignments, and assists with technical questions when serving as shift lead.
• Follows regulatory requirements in the blood gas lab, runs quality control tests, and changes analyzer cartridges.
• Documents interdisciplinary education and plan of care.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and provides input to ensure appropriate patient care.
• Assists with bedside bronchoscopy procedures.
• Performs respiratory therapy treatments and procedures per provider orders, department policy, and recognized standards of care.
• Sets up, monitors, and adjusts ventilators, both invasive and non-invasive, and documents changes.
• Delivers aerosolized medication, oxygen therapy, invasive and non-invasive ventilation, and performs lung function testing.
• Draws, analyzes, and reports blood gases to assess respiratory status.
• Responds to rapid response calls, code blue situations, and performs CPR. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Critical thinking and patient assessment skills, with the ability to evaluate and modify the plan of care
• Ability to ensure infection control
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including documentation in the patient care record (EMR), and ability to use and adapt to computer systems and applications
• Airway management skills, including insertion and maintenance of a patent airway, and endotracheal intubation as [Required]
• Ability to provide optimal respiratory support including administration of oxygen and Heliox, administration of inhaled medications, lung expansion, and bronchial hygiene therapy
• Ability to appropriately initiate, operate, manage, and liberate non-invasive and invasive modes of mechanical ventilation
• Ability to perform ABG Puncture, analysis, arterial cannulation using sterile procedure, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Ventilator patient transportation
• Knowledge and skill to care for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient in a health care delivery system, including specialized knowledge for neonatal care where applicable
• Infant / Pediatric experience [Preferred]
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment, triaging tasks according to importance
• Proficiency in basic computer knowledge including, Word and Excel, and computerized medical record documentation, with preference for knowledge in specific EMR systems such as Cerner and Epic
• Willingness to rotate throughout all patient care areas and work as a team player, making decisions and taking actions that consider the needs of the department and co-workers
• Perform respiratory therapy treatments and procedures competently according to physician’s orders, department policy, respiratory protocol, and recognized standards of care
• Manage operational costs through appropriate use and maintenance of supplies and equipment, and identify methods to control costs or generate revenue while providing maximum value to the patient and the hospital

Education

• Associate [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field Of Study

• Associate's in Respiratory Therapy or Cardiopulmonary Science Required

Work Experience

• 1+ years as a certified respiratory therapist [Preferred]

Additional Information

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses And Certifications

• Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range

$24.24 - $45.09

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.